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P0720 Nissan Code - Vehicle Speed Sensor

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What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P0720 Nissan?

NOTE: The causes shown may not be a complete list of all potential problems, and it is possible that there may be other causes.
  • Faulty Revolution Sensor
  • Revolution Sensor harness is open or shorted
  • Revolution Sensor circuit poor electrical connection

Code Tech Notes

On most Nissan vehicles, the vehicle speed sensor is called Revolution Sensor.





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How to Fix the DTC P0720 Nissan?

Check the 'Possible Causes' listed above. Visually inspect the related wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector pins.

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What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

The cost to diagnose the P0720 Nissan code is 1.0 hour of labor. The diagnosis time and labor rates at auto repair shops vary depending on the location, make and model of the vehicle, and even the engine type. Most auto repair shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour.

When is the Code Detected?

Diagnostic trouble code is detected when Transmission Control Module (TCM) does not receive the proper voltage signal from the sensor.

What are Code Possible Symptoms?

  • Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)
  • Speedometer improper reading
  • Transmission issues

What Does the P0720 Nissan Code Mean?

The speed sensor (revolution sensor) detects the revolution of the idler gear parking pawl lock gear and emits a pulse signal. The pulse signal is sent to the Transmission Control Module (TCM) which converts it into vehicle speed.

<b>For vehicles with CVT:</b>
The vehicle speed sensor CVT [output speed sensor (secondary speed sensor)] detects the revolution of the CVT output shaft and emits a pulse signal. The pulse signal is sent to the Transmission Control Module (TCM), which converts it into vehicle speed.

P0720 Nissan Code - Vehicle Speed Sensor

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